2009 Kia Cerato vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, 2009 Kia Cerato is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Carens would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cerato. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cerato.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Carens (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cerato. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cerato | 2008 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Cerato | Carens |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
